Regulus Pro is a modular desktop instrument panel built for users who demand precision, clarity, and control. Its card-based layout, inspired by modern HUD interfaces, presents system information in a structured and instantly readable form. Every element is rendered dynamically using Lua and Cairo, delivering a lightweight, resolution-independent experience that remains consistent, responsive, and free from image-based assets.
It is recommended to test the available sample configuration before using Regulus Pro. This helps confirm proper Conky rendering and module compatibility on your system, ensuring a stable and consistent visual output.
Why Regulus Pro?
Regulus Pro offers several improvements over the free version:
- All theme components are fully rendered using Lua (no PNG images).
- Advanced weather script with IP-based location detection when city_id is empty.
- 11 built-in color presets, with support for adding your own custom presets or installing additional ones provided by me or available later on Pling Store.
- Automatic BAT0 / BAT1 detection.
- Automatic wireless interface detection.
- Theme manager script for centralized configuration.
- Celcius and Fahrenheit support in a single configuration.
Purchase Regulus Pro
Regulus Pro is available for purchase via Ko-fi. By supporting this project, you help ensure continued development, updates, and future improvements.
Preview — Available Color Presets
Screenshots below show each built-in color preset included in Regulus Pro.
Preset 1 — Amethyst
Soft purple tones with a calm and elegant appearance.
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Preset 2 — Verdant
Fresh green palette inspired by nature and foliage.
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Preset 3 — Nord
Cool, arctic-inspired colors with clean contrast.
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Preset 4 — One
Balanced modern theme suitable for both dark and light wallpapers.
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Preset 5 — Solarized
Carefully tuned light–dark balance with reduced eye strain.
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Preset 6 — Gruvbox
Warm retro colors with strong contrast.
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Preset 7 — Everforest
Natural muted colors inspired by forest greenery, calm and easy on the eyes.
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Preset 8 — Arc
Clean blue-gray tones with a modern, professional look.
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Preset 9 — Dracula
High-contrast dark palette with vibrant accents for a bold, focused workspace.
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Preset 10 — Rose Pine
Muted pastel colors with a warm, soothing, and minimal aesthetic.
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Preset 11 — Tomorrow
Balanced neutral tones designed for clarity and long-term readability.
Requirements
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Conky (1.10.8 or newer)
Main system monitor used to render all visual components of Regulus Pro. -
Lua
Used to draw and control all layout elements dynamically. -
curl
Retrieves external data such as weather information from online APIs. -
Cairo
2D graphics library used by Lua to render shapes, text, and visual effects in Conky. -
jq
Parses and processes JSON data returned by the weather service. -
playerctl
Provides media player metadata via MPRIS (title, artist, playback status). -
Conky Manager2 (optional)
Optional graphical interface for launching and managing Conky themes.
Before Installation
Before installing Regulus Pro, make sure the following requirements are completed:
- Ensure all required dependencies listed in the Requirements section are already installed.
- Make sure all required fonts are installed, Installation guide: How to Install Fonts on Linux
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Obtain your local city_id and insert it into:
weather-advanced-v4.3.shGuide: (link will be added)
How to Install & Run Regulus Pro
1. Extract the Regulus Pro package and move the folder to:
~/.config/conky/
2. Open a terminal and prepare the startup script:
cd ~/.config/conky/Regulus chmod +x start.sh
3. Start the theme:
./start.sh
The theme will start using default settings with automatic system detection.
Alternative method: You can also start Regulus Pro using Conky Manager 2.
Open Conky Manager 2, then check (enable) the following configuration path:
~/.config/conky/Regulus/Regulus.conf
Once enabled, Regulus Pro will start automatically with Conky Manager 2.
Configuring Regulus Pro (After First Run)
After confirming the theme runs correctly, you can customize it using the theme manager script:
cd ~/.config/conky/Regulus ./theme-manager.sh
Change the preset by entering the number of your choice, then finish by selecting option 9. Done — it’s that simple.
FAQ
Q: Does Regulus Pro work on all Linux distributions?
A: Yes, as long as Conky 1.10.8 or newer is installed.
Q: Do I need to edit files manually?
A: No. Most system values are detected automatically.
Q: Why does the weather module not show data?
A: Ensure a valid OpenWeatherMap API key is configured.
Q: Can I change presets while running?
A: Presets can be changed via theme manager, but require a restart.
Q: Is Regulus Pro free to redistribute?
A: No. Regulus Pro is proprietary and intended for paid users only.
Conclusion
Regulus Pro is built for users who want a reliable, clean, and well-structured Conky theme without unnecessary complexity. With fully Lua-rendered visuals, smart detection, and multiple color presets, it delivers a polished desktop experience out of the box.
Need Help Using the Theme?
Got questions about how to install or customize the theme? Feel free to reach out — I'm happy to help!
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